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05/13/2008: "Naga national Politics and Betrayals."




Naga national Politics and Betrayals.

Thanks to our brave fathers, who for thousands of years defended our national right to decide our future by ourselves against all aggressors to stay alive on the one hand and leave the legacy of living politics to their posterity on the other.

The politics of Naga National resistance movement is based on the Rock of that right. We value that right above everything else all because it is the foundation of both individual and community life. This is the bedrock of our national organization and the state whereupon the future of the present and the coming generations hangs.

The national revolution like ours is the highest politics of millions of people to be spearheaded by mandated revolutionary elders. It calls for seasoned workers who have total commitment to the cause and loyalty to the nation and the leadership so that the plane of the movement is piloted in the right route for the destination. Leading and conducting a revolution of a people is not the job of unprincipled people. It demands of us many qualities.

The mushroom growth of illegitimate and un-mandated organizations in the stolen name of the people is the sign of lawlessness in the land, and commercialization of revolution. We know there are some people among us who deliberately nurture the illegal and un-mandated organizations with an eye to make money out of it. Mind that it is the worst kind of investment. Does an illegitimate organization represent the people? In Naga Society illegitimate child does not represent the family. It is ridiculous to expect national independence from traitors and illegitimate organizations. No history ever makes mention of traitors liberating a people.

There were a section of people who welcome Azheto and company with fanfare when the latter run away with stolen arms from Hebron camp betraying the people and the leadership as well. The following day, they were projected by the Indian pressmen as NSCN (Unification). But for the Naga people there is only one NSCN. There is no NSCN-K or NSCN-U. K and U are only the brainchild of the press. Within no time, the so-called NSCN-U started kidnapping businessmen for handsome amount of ransom, intimidating people, abducting and killing those who defied their dictation. Extortion is still going on day in and day out without ceasing in the sweet name of unification. All these broad-daylight-robberies are being committed in the eyes of the peoples. Shall we call them champions of the people? No, not all.

In order to strengthen their position they implicated even the name of Isak Chishi Swu, the president of Government of the People's Republic of Nagalim stating that unification move was done in tune with the directive of Mr. Isak. Is it logical to say that a man who stages a coup against a president is for the President? definitely not. This unification move is nothing, but an attempted coup. Even the government of India says, "It is an illegal organization." Finding themselves that they are in the middle of nowhere, they have finally joined forces with Khaplang group, another darling of the Indian Intelligence people.

It is an open secret that it is the Indian Intelligence who engineered the defection of Azheto and Company through the good offices of Sumi hoho and Western Sumi Hoho leadership. Where are those leaders who talk of Azheto's Unification camp heaven-high? Where is their sweet message? Where are their high sounding promises? Oh brothers, how long will you deceive the people! How long will you keep on telling fabricated stories to cry down the leadership of the Naga Nation? How long will you keep on vomiting venom of hatred communalism? Do you think that your idea sells? We don't think so. It will only boomerang on you.

( QHEVIHE CHISHI SWU ) ( KEDUTSU TSUZU )
Convener Steering Committee, NSCN, Kilo Kilonser, GPRN

Security review for Nagaland OUR CORRESPONDENT The Telegraph
Kohima, May 12: The Centre today rushed Union minister of state for defence production Rao Inderjit Singh to Nagaland to take stock of law and order in the state in the wake of a spurt in internecine clashes between Naga outfits.
The minister, who will be in the state for two days, held closed-door meetings at the army’s 3 Corps headquarters at Rangapahar on the outskirts of Dimapur today.
Sources said army and Assam Rifles officers briefed the minister about the situation in the state.
Singh will meet state government officials and various Naga organisations to discuss ways to maintain law and order in the Nagaland by “strengthening the hands of the security forces”.
The Union minister will visit Mokokchung on Tuesday and Mon on Wednesday.
Union home minister Shivaraj Patil will arrive in the state on Wednesday to review the law and order.
Nagaland Govt. warns armed outfits The Hindu
Kohima (PTI): Nagaland Government has warned underground groups not to undermine its authority and asked them to stop on-going factional killings as they jeopardised public peace.
Expressing concern over spurt in factional violence, particularly in and around Dimapur, Home Minister Imkong Imchen said the groups should not provoke the government to directly execute its authority in the interest of public peace.
"The government's priority was to provide security and comfort to people, and one cannot afford to undermine the strength of the government. It has authority to prosecute violators (of laws) to protect people from insecurity," Imkong told newsmen yesterday at Dimapur after arriving from Delhi.
He said the underground groups have entered into cease-fire accords with the Centre and though the state government was not party to the arrangement, it was honouring it for the larger interest of peace. "But in the event of incitement of violence by underground groups, the state government will be compelled to act," he said.
Imchen cautions cadres not to provoke Nagaland Government by Sahil Nagpal Thai Indian News
Kohima, May 13 : With factional clashes continuing despite government and public appeals, Nagaland Home Minister Imkong L Imchen has cautioned all Naga cadres not to provoke the state government into taking drastic steps to protect the lives and properties of its citizens.
Addressing a press conference at Dimapur after his return from New Delhi yesterday, Imchen said, '”The factional clashes and fratricidal killings have crossed all imaginable limits.''
He asserted that the government's first priority was to provide security and peace to the people. The government would not hesitate to take necessary steps to stop the frequent factional fights in the civilian populated areas of the State.”
''No one should underestimate the strength of the government as it has the authority to execute laws to protect its people from insurgency,'' he said.
Imchen asserted that the more than 60-year-old fight for the Naga cause could not be solved with the ''barrel of the gun''.
He stated that whereas the 1951 Naga Plebiscite had mandated for a separate Naga nation, it had never given any mandate to the Naga underground groups to use AK-47 rifles against the people.
Imchen said the policy of domination was the real problem behind the current enmity in the Naga society and advised all the people to consider the Naga society as a unit, a team, by recognising the coexistence of all Naga tribes.
He admitted that the factional clashes in public areas were both political and law and order problems, which needed concerted efforts from all. He said the policy of domination should be abandoned immediately, adding that frisking and checking will be a regular feature henceforth. He also appealed to the public to cooperate with law enforcing agencies. Patil will visit the State on May 14, 2008 to study the situation. (ANI)
Laii - a model village for peace and reconciliation John Basho Pou

SENAPATI, May 12: She needs no peacemakers nor mediators to mend the wounded past with their hostile neighbouring villages. When contemperory countries, states, communities today try hard to bring peace and prosperity through political dialogue and all possible ways with the help of peace and reconciliation experts, Laii villagers believe in the aged old legacy handed down by their forefatheres when its comes to healing the wounded past.

And the villagers are silently carrying out the legacy by reconciling themselves with other hostile villages through series of feast of peace treaty in a traditional way with little bit of modification.Gone are the days when this village, like any other naga village, waged head-hunting war with hostile nieghbouring villages from Phek District, Nagaland and others from Manipur.

The latest feast of peace or reconciliation treaty was held with Gidemi village from Phek District, Nagaland from 1st to 3rd May this year at Catholic Church, Laii village where village council from Gidemi village and villagers of Laii reconciled each other in a grand celebration. People from Gidemi came walking over 50 kms took an oath with Laii villagers under the Chairmanship of D.Kaveikho to forgive and forget the past deeds for peace, peace,love,friendship, brotherhood and future prosperity.

Although, spears were exchanged by Kings of the two parties in the olden days as a sign of agreement for peace, however, today, Christian Holy Bible has replaced it in the act of reconciliation between the two villages as most of the Naga villages are converted into Christianity and look for Biblical way of finding peace rather than traditional in the process.

The other Peace Treaty was also signed between Laii village, Senapati district, Manipur and Porba village in Phek District, Nagaland in a grand celebration of friendship and reconciliation service at Laii village on the 16th March 2007. The treaty was signed to re-affirm the earlier Treaty made between them at Porbu village in the year 1999. As Naga`s way of reconcile and forgive neighboring brethren who have, once upon a time, been hostile to each other especially in the days of headhunting and wars, the signatories of 10 members of Porbu Village Council under the Chairmanship pf Kuveenyi and 10 members of Village Authority of Laii under the chairmanship of Ng. Kasaso have initiated the Treaty to strengthen the brotherly relationship from generation to generation between the Laii villagers and Porbu villagers by forgiving and reconciling their past and feeling of hatred.

The Treaty was made in a festive mood and spirit where a great feast was thrown with lavish foods and drinks in Naga traditional way, and friendly cultural competitions such as folksong, dances, wrestling etc were also held between the two villages. About 42 villagers of Porbu and whole villagers of Laii were present at the Peace Treaty Feast. Porbu village of Chakeshang tribe in Phek District is a neighboring village of Laii village of Poumai tribe in Senapati district with the distance of about 40 Kms.

Porbu village has got about 4000 and Laii has 6,7000 population respectively.Treaties were also signed with many other villages too by their forefathers during some time of the past days namely Phaibung Village and Tungjoy villages from Manipur, Zhavamai, Chizami, Ihiolomi, Khomi, Mesilomi,Pholami and Sakreba village from Phek District of Nagaland. These villages from Nagaland are very neighbours of Laii village from Senapati Distirct, Manipur. Laii and many of these villages have now a close social tie unlike in the past.

M.L.Markson, Ex-Preisdent of Poumai Masou Me (PMM) happily shared that the Peace Treaty between Laii and other neighbouring villages is an exemplary pioneers for peace for the Naga society and the whole world in general. It`s a learning lesson for all the Nagas involved in the making of the Peace and Reconciliation between the Naga brothers, and especially various Naga underground factions who have been killing each other for past years. He also said that the Treaty between the Porbu village and Laii village is a pride for Chakesahng and Poumai community for giving good example to other brethren and neighboring villages.
Nagaland to march for peace morungexpress
DIMAPUR, MAY 13 (MExN): In tune with the May 5 meeting at Dimapur, the joint forum of GBs and DBs with representatives from all districts of the state and representatives of Naga Hoho, NBCC and other civil organizations have resolved to organise a “Peace March” in all district headquarters in Nagaland on May 20, 2008 at 9 am. A press release received here today stated that the “Peace March” will mainly highlight the desire of the people of Nagaland for peace.
According to the release, the march would also appeal to all factions to stop factional killings, confrontations and to ensure that the state is free of extortion, kidnappings and abductions and make it free of violence where every citizen feels safe and secure.
“It may be recalled that there have been peace rallies, torch rallies in various districts in recent years but perhaps this is the first time that it is being held simultaneously in all districts”, states the release.
The state government in line with its policy to be the facilitator for the peace process has welcomed this initiative and has asked DCs of the districts to extend support in this regard.
In another press release, the GBs and DBs forum appealed to the Naga Hoho, ENPO, NMA, NBCC, NPMHR, NSF, ENSF, Naga Council Dimapur, NWHD, DNSU, tribal Hohos, mothers, students, churches irrespective of denominations, public leaders and all peace loving concerned citizens to participate in their respective district rally. The convenor of the joint forum, Taku Longkumer stated that the rally is organised under the theme “To stop bloodshed and fratricidal killing among the Naga national workers groups” and appeals to all citizens to pray for God’s forgiveness for shortcomings and mistakes committed and God’s presence in the land. The joint forum also directed the GBs and DBs of district forums to properly organise the rally.
Meanwhile the Dimapur district GBs and DBs forum stated that the Dimapur district forum will join the state and have the rally in the public ground from 9 AM. The forum invites all citizens of Dimapur to join the rally wholeheartedly adding that the people’s presence ‘would bring peace to the strife-torn state.’
Peace & Reconciliation: Family forgives killers morungexpress
Dimapur, May 13 (MExN): Family members of late Khoni Chang a peon in the office of the chief engineer of PHED Kohima, who was murdered on June 15, has forgiven the six accused killers. A conciliation programme was brokered on May 10 by the ENPO and APO where the victim’s family as well as the accused undertook a bond of forgiveness and conciliation. The declaration of the family members in their declaration declared forgiveness in true Christian principle and spirit. “We do pray that God grant them wisdom and peace of mind in the days to come” stated the declaration appended by the four sons of late Chang and a brother.
A copy of the conciliation received here from ENPO president Tongthan Khmn also enclosed the declaration of the accused seeking forgiveness and taking full responsibility of their action, for the future as well. The six accused Mhasivilie Rulho, Ruokuohelie Mere, Kiyasetuo Kenguruse, Vingutuo Rutsa and Ruuvinuo Rulho admitted the act of murder. The declaration stated that prayer and forgiveness was sought by the accused from the deceased’s family and the family forgave them. The declaration said that the relatives of late Khoni Chang shall not take revenge in whatsoever manner in the near future. Also, it was declared by the six that if any untoward eventuality happens to the family of the deceased or any member of the ENPO in connection with the case, the accused would be held responsible. The declarations were witnessed by various organizations like ENPUK, NAPO and village councils of Nerhema and Yangpi.
The presidents of the ENPO and the APO declared that the conciliation was initiated to solve the case amicably on the request made by the accused and their parents. It was also declared that if any of the accused intentionally or unintentionally (sic) commit any untoward act in future, in violation of the bonds, the matter shall be dealt accordingly by the two apex organizations.
NHW crusades for United Nation Resolution morungexpress
Dimapur, May 13 (MExN): Raising its concern over the loss of human lives over the past few weeks due to factional clashes and all other forms of violence, the Naga Women Hoho Dimapur through a press note has brought the issue to the attention of the central and state governments regarding the United Nation Security Council Resolution 1325 which takes special measures to protect women and children, not only from violence of armed conflicts, but also from gender-based violence such as rape and other forms of sexual abuse. A press note issued by its General Secretary, Liangsi Niumai John, mentioned that young students are not spared, there is no security and no respect for human rights, no special measures given to protect women, girls and children’s rights, no special attention to meet the needs of women and children through institutions or agencies, and that a wave of fear psychosis is being created in the minds of school children and women which can never be compensated with any amount of money.
As per the requirements of the UNSC Resolution 1325 stating that any resolution or agreement made among the member states will be added to the UN agenda and that the member states are legally bound to comply with it, the NWH Dimapur, as a women organization representing all the Naga tribe in Dimapur district questioned whether this has been taken seriously and whether it has been addressed or informed to the concerned agencies and if it has why it was not effective. The NWH has also asked for a copy of the esteemed direction/notification. The Hoho stated that it so far knows of no official invitation/inclusion in the participation and decision-making level in conflict resolutions of peace process and peace keeping process.
The note further mentioned that the NHW is serious on this issue especially at this point of time where various forms of violence are being committed and where civilians especially women’s right, girl’s right and children’s rights are not protected and their needs not provided. Also keeping note of all the crime and inhuman activities that has been happening in the state, NHW stated that Naga women can no longer remain silent spectators any more and cannot wait for the government’s direction any longer.
However, sensing a ray of hope from the UN Resolution 1325, the NHW mentioned that it launched a torch rally in consonance with the UNSC Resolution 1325 which is the most comprehensive UN Resolution to date on the role of women in peace building activities.
Meanwhile, the NWH has expressed gratitude to the Deputy Commissioner (Administration) Dimapur, Maongwati Aier, SP Dimapur, Liremo Lotha and ADC Sedivikho Khro, GB & DB’s joint forum, DNSU, DSU and Diphupar Area Council Chairmen. The press note also thanked the contributions made by the DC (Rs 6000) and SP (Rs 4000) for meeting necessary expenses during the rally, the NEZCC Director Hekali for her support and cooperation by providing cultural troupe during the rally, various leaders and concerned citizens who strengthened and encouraged people through their straight forward speeches expressing the thirst for peace and harmony, members and all the participants who showed solidarity through their active participation, and appealed to the factions to completely stop violence and bloodshed.
‘NSCN is a legitimate and mandated organization’ morungexpress
Dimapur, May 13 (MExN): GPRN/NSCN (K) today asserted that the “GPRN/NSCN is a legitimate and mandated organization” and said that it is a coming together of all true Naga patriots ready to harness the strength and will of the Naga people to equally share the fruits of National unity.
Publicity Cell slams ‘malicious article’ from rival A pres statement received here from the Publicity Cell said that “Home Kilonser, Azheto and his colleagues of GPRN/NSCN” can boldly stand and raise their bibles before the Naga people and affirm that Naga unification was initiated with the consent of “Chairman Isak Chishi Swu”. A copy of Chairman’s declaration of unity, peace and reconciliation and other proclamations would still be available all over Nagaland, it stated.
In this regard, the release asserting that GPRN/NSCN is a legitimate and mandated organization, said that it is a coming together of all true Naga patriots ready to harness the strength and will of the Naga people to equally share the fruits of National unity.
Replying to the branding of Azheto Chopy as a traitor by the NSCN (IM), the release stated that to Muivah and his gang, Kilonser Azheto maybe anything but to the millions of Naga, he is a brave patriot whose life wide open the veil that hinder the vision of Naga nationhood. One man’s treachery is another man’s act of salvaging the nation, it added.
Maintaining that ten years of negotiations with the Government of India has collapsed under the sheer weight of Muivah’s irrational stand o “no integration no solution”, the release stated that decades of tireless effort put in by the NGOs, civil societies, Hohos and the Church have gone in vain “for one man’s insistence on non-existence national principle and the tiresome ‘open door policy’ which never open up”.
Further, the release stated that it is for the Nagas to judge as to who introduced abductions, ransom demand, intimidations, threats, extortions, assassinations and bone-crashing torture tactics in the once Christian principled Naga society.
“Was it not Muivah’s gang? After committing horrific acts upon Leinong, Konyak and Khiamnungan region in Eastern Nagaland wiping out entire inhabitants from the villages, they were driven out towards western Nagaland were peace and freedom loving Naga people, particularly the western Sumis, sheltered and fed them,” the release asked and added that after two decades of strengthening their skins and bones, the street of ruthlessness restarted. “Thus, the seed of hatred “abductions, kidnapping, extortions, threats, assassinations etc, took roots. The fabric of Naga unity was twisted to suit the comfort,” the release stated.
In this connection, the release informed that the lives of many Naga intellectuals, Hoho leaders, NGO members are endangered particularly the Sumi Hoho and western Hoho members, “considering the amount of hatred and contempt heaped on them for letting the Nagas know the truth”. Before committing any further crime, Hebron campers should do well to look back two decades and see their own skeletal friends in battered fabrics protected by western Sumis and other Nagas, the release stated.
“GPRN/NSCN seeks to remind Muivah’s gang that every Naga lives is precious and the will of the Nagas to live in unity is final and irrevocable,” the release stated.
Also responding to the a press statement “supposedly written by Qhevihe Chishi and Kedutsu Tsuzu, Steering Committee and Convener and Home Kilonser respectively” that appeared on May 13 in the local media, the release stated that the write up simply did not originate from the two and evidently, they were not even informed that there names would be inserted as authors of the “malicious article”, and termed it is another sad episode of Hebron campers using the name of two Naga gentlemen to lash out at Nagas.
“This is another glaring example of Muivah’s gang forcing a Naga to devour another while the real culprit watch from behind,” the release stated, “Seeking sympathy using Qhevihe’s and Kedutsu’s to suit dirty politics does not work anymore.”
In this regard, the release stated that the “Nagas are now cleared where the blame of the Naga movement, Nagas are now clear where the plane of the Naga movement, as the article suggest is being hijack to so called political dialogue which, at one point of time the Nagas supported, has crash landed. Naga people have clearly witnessed the faulty engine and the confused pilot”.
Angami Youth warns underground groups morungexpress
Dimapur, May 13 ((MExN): Peeved with the deteriorating law and order situation and escalating inter factional killings in the guise of serving the Naga nationhood, the Angami Youth Organization (AYO) and it’s regional youth organizations (Chakro, northern, southern and western AYO) has called upon all the village/colony youth organizations to remain vigilant of elements whose presence and activities disturb the tranquility and security of the community. A press release by AYO President, Kezhazer Angami stated that the youths have resolved and warns retaliation against whichever group that tries to dislodge the peaceful cohabitants of its citizens under its jurisdiction, and added that AYO will not be held accountable for any eventually that could befall. Against the backdrop of the becoming perplexed Naga political issue, the AYO in its Executive Council meeting held on May 12 has resolved to stand to support the resolution and statement of the Angami Public Organization (APO) adopted on February 27, 2008 and April 24, 2008 respectively. On the principal stand, the AYO resolved that any unification move of the Nagas should not be deficient, exclusive of any Naga bonafide tribe or community, initially be it long term.
Meanwhile, the AYO, inforimg about a mass social work on May 15 at the APO plot, Pezieliecie junction, Phizo Burial Park and the Secretariat complex, directed its constituting units to mobilize the required volunteers for the same.
‘Immediate solution of Indo-Naga political issues’ morungexpress
Dimapur, May 13 (MExN): The Ao Senden, apex tribal organization of the Ao community, today demanded the Union Minister of State for Defence Production, Rao Inderjit Singh for immediate solution of Indo-Naga political issues saying that during the last eleven years of political negotiation, no concrete outcome is seen “due to insincerity of the Government of India”.
Ao Senden writes to visiting Union Minister “Instead of solving the issues amicably, it is unfortunate to see creation of another parallel revolutionary front to counter act the present un-going peace process. This is due to initiative of Indian Government agencies dividing the Nagas time and again,” stated the Ao Senden in a letter addressed to the Union Minister issued by its President, Temjenkaba and General Secretary, Temjen Paul.
In this regard, the Ao Senden also strongly blamed the Government of India for not listening to the calls of the Naga populace and solving the longest unsettled political issue in Asia and in the world. It also strongly blamed, what it termed, ‘the policy of delaying tactics and divide and rule policy of Government of India’.
The Ao Senden therefore asserted that “creation of so-called NSCN (Unification) recently is found to be counter productive during this crucial hour of peace process because it is against the ceasefire ground rule”. It, therefore, strongly urged the Government of India to expedite the on-going Indo-Naga political negotiation at the earliest.
NAGA, QUO VADIS? R. Woleng Morung Analysis
High minds focus on the issue, average minds on incidents, low minds on men and the lowest minds focus on materials. It is just some time ago, that the representatives from each and every tribe of Naga went through series of consultations on the Naga Issue and after understanding all the seriousness resolved that they would give “fullest support” to the ongoing Indo-Naga Peace Process under the leadership of Isak Chishi Swu and Thuingaleng Muivah. Both Isak and Muivah affirmed that the movement is a people-based movement. The people agreed. But, what is happening now?

Unity And Solution There are many who seem to shout “No unity, no solution!”, “Unity first, solution next!” etc. This is politically suicidal. If one says unity ought to be first, then why the plebiscite of the ’50s could not fetch in solution. As many Nagas cannot withstand any mild differences, which are non-issues the hunt for unity without solution would seem like trying to collect clouds for making pillows. The “Unity first and Solution Next” is a trap to counter the Peace Process lest it meets the solution, or rather a trapdoor to eternal conflict.

The Games For India, to surge through beyond the recognition of “The Uniqueness of Naga History” is like a fish-bone in the throat. To go a step beyond would be so close to solution, and to step back would mean a great defeat before the world. So, naturally, escapists’ games can be thought of as
• churning up games of Naga-against-Naga conflict out of mere non-issue events and feelings among some Nagas,
• prayer and process of having a weaker counter-part, who would succumb easily to India’s wishes, other than the present,
• delay tactics, etc.
In the process if we cannot call a stone a stone, and voice and exercise our rights we easily succumb to the game. Dogs chasing a prey do not get distracted by a bone thrown among them.

Issue Being Challenged? If one asks, “To whom does the ‘Naga Issue’ belong?” one is bound to feel insulted; because regardless of trade, class, tribe, region, etc. it is the issue of the whole Naga people. The issue does not belong merely to a single group of undergrounds. It belongs to all Nagas. As the issue cannot be compromised with anything, countless souls have been sacrificed since the beginning of the move for Naga sovereignty. But, unfortunately, the issue of the Naga people is challenged by non-issue elements today. Now, who is insulted? It is a great insult –
1. to the tens of thousands of Naga patriots who have sacrificed their lives for the issue.
2. to both India and Naga in the ongoing Peace-Talk.
3. to all Naga people who own the issue, and whose representatives have pledged to give full support to the ongoing peace-process.
In reality, nothing else on earth can and ought to challenge or beat the issue of a living people. To compromise with something else would be a great defeat for the whole Naga people.

In Defense Strengthening Of The Issue: When the “for-every-risk-there-is-always-someone-else” disease is seemingly eating away our society’s invaluable qualities, talents and opportunities, a strong voice to defend and strengthen the issue of the Nagas is heard. Questions such as “Whose responsibility is it to defend the issue?”, “Is it not the duty of the ‘National Workers’?” may be asked. To solely rely on the National Workers and their armed cadres to defend the issue, circumstances have proved that, there would be too much bloodshed among our people. It is high time the representatives and public leaders stand up lead the people with clearer conscience and strike out what you mean “full support to the issue and the ongoing peace process” in the best possible way, before it is too late. Let neither the leaders, nor people suffer the “woe” for not preaching peace anymore (I Cor. 9:16).
In the fear of God, is it not time the Naga people make history and glorify God?

R. Woleng Purana Bazar, Dimapur
Few Thoughts on Morality in Nagaland Scenario Ino. Imti John
1. Killers today will end up in smoke tomorrow.
2. National workers/political leaders who create or engineer factions, or hurt the sentiments of public are anti-social elements in reality.
3. We should not destroy in order to be free.
4. Your Victory is in conquering yourself rather than in conquering others.
5. It is you who is keeping yourself under the control of Satan not that Satan overpowers you and puts you under his control.
6. Today’s fighting for the nation or your leadership should not be a burden for the public or a slavery of future generations.
7. Don’t be so powerful yourself without God.
8. The best way to overcome misunderstanding is “Love” in principle.
9. Don’t let your friends do wrong in your presence.
10. Your enemies are not just born by themselves, it is you who gives birth to them.
11. Try not to become a man of success but try to become a man of value.
12. Birds are entangled by their own feet so also (Nagas) are entangled by their own creations.
13. You can’t live without water but you can’t live in water.
14. At any cost, Nagas should stand for “Solution, Not Election” and then begin with a fair and free election.
15. In fact, Nagaland is not a big nation but indeed a great nation under God, to live with or within India (not under India’s control).
16. If Nagaland is a part of India, why not Nagas also make India a part of Nagaland? There is every possibility to make India a part of Nagaland, provided we (Nagas) stop doing anti-Christ practices.
17. Be it Teachers’ Association or anybody who works in Nagaland University should not create the culture of agitations but initiate heart to heart discussion or consultation by initiating constructive protest with dignity for the betterment as well as advancement of the university, because N.U. is nobody’s property but the wealth of the Nagas as a whole.
18. It is not academic standard alone or infrastructural accommodation alone, but all-round standard of understanding and cooperation among and between the respective departments of the University can make the N.U. brighter and greater in future.
19. The great hope of Society is individual character.
20. Never try to hide the bitter truth with a sweet lie but be straight.
21. Time is precious but truth is more precious than time.
22. Truth crushed to earth shall rise again.
23. Though human power can achieve many things, God alone is the beginning and the end.
24. God often uses small matches to light great torches.
25. One should not be a Church leader if he/she cannot stand for the Truth and Justice. They should be dedicated to “Fear none but God.” God’s anointed church leaders can shake off the wrong powers but people-appointed church leaders will flee from wrong powers.
26. Never pray to God or serve God for your own purpose.
27. In God’s service, heart is more important than works.
28. If God knows what you are doing, then that is more than the whole world knows what you are doing.
Rio’s suggestions on ‘Document’ Nagaland Post
Dimapur, May 12 (NPN): State Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio Monday said if the North Eastern Council (NEC) was not serious enough to implement the Vision Document 2020 it should better not adopt it.
Speaking at the 56th Plenary Session of NEC, Rio suggested that as adoption of Vision Document by the NEC was not enough with its limited budget, the Document should be placed before the Union Cabinet for its adoption with a further decision to entrust the Planning Commission and the Finance Ministry to find ways and means for its implementation.
He also suggested entrusting a body or bodies to formulate action plans and even DPRs on the various sectors and aspects as brought out in “Vision” perspective for implementation and constituting a task force consisting of representatives from every north-eastern States to review and monitor such preparations.
The chief minister expressed appreciation to the efforts and initiatives taken by DoNER minister and NEC chairman Mani Shankar Aiyar. But at the same time, he pointed out that the successful institutionalization of NEC and DoNER could not rest on the dynamism and vision of an individual alone.
Rio said if at all the ministry of DoNER was abolished, as recommended by the Administrative Reforms Committee, the Planning Commission could be entrusted with the task of coordinating development of the Northeast.
WSH attacks Rio, NSCN (IM)- Nagaland Post
The Western Sumi Hoho (WSH) is dismayed and shocked over the recent statement of the chief minister, Neiphiu Rio denouncing and disowning the current peace and unification process. It is known fact that all the Nagas irrespective of political affiliations, social and religious obligations and different geographical demarcations have been crying hoarsely over the years for real peace, reconciliation and unification of all the Naga national workers. Over and above, the government of Nagaland under the leadership of N. Rio have been working for the same through his avowed policy of 'equi-closeness' thus far. Yet, his sudden backtracking on the current peace and unification process has not only hurt the sentiments of peace loving Nagas but it has grievously hurt the Naga unification process in its infancy.
In this short history since its inception from 1980 till few years back, the NSCN (IM) have been condemning the NNC, its leaders including A. Z Phizo and the Shillong Accordist. Again, by 1988, the NSCN (IM) group started condemning the NSCN (K) till now. Moreover, the NSCN (IM) massacred hundreds of Khiamniungan and even killed pastor and then massacred hundreds of Kuki people all in the name of false Naga National principle. All these are still afresh in the minds of Naga people.
It is a known fact that the Sumi people almost single-handedly sheltered and fed the NSCN (IM) to let it stand on its own feet all these years. And now in return, this same group has started condemning the Sumi people calling names for which we believe the posterity will be a judge.
The NSCN (IM) group implicating the Sumi people alone with Unification group has been working hand in glove with Indian government and its intelligence agencies is nothing but a figment of imagination of these self centered people. In fact, the NSCN (IM) self styled boss Muivah is the one who is working with Indian government and its agencies against the noble aspirations of the Naga people. He is being housed at MP's residence at Delhi with full security coverage provided by GoI.
It is to be noted by all the right-thinking Nagas that the current unification process was known by all the Nagas since it was not started behind some close doors as alleged. In fact, Isak Chishi Swu had issued some positive statement in support of unification of all the Nagas. Unfortunately, somehow, Muivah have brain washed Isak and other opportunist national workers and had won hoodwinking the Naga people with his so-called self-centred Naga National 'principle' which is nothing but his personal agenda. All these developments are well known by Qhevihe Chishi Swu since he was closely involved in the initial unification process. The first meeting for unification initiative was held in his private residence at Khushia Bill, Dimapur on 11th December'07 followed by a meeting at Hokiye Yepthomi's residence at Khehokhu village on 12th December'07. Qhevihe, Qhehezu and Vikiye have attended in all these meetings and the Western Sumi Hoho office has the record clean and clear of what these 'hoodwinked' people said. Therefore, Quevihe and his colleagues may be brain washed by Muivah but they can never hood-wink the Nagas since the truth shall always prevail. It is therefore advised to these confused Naga leaders not to sign the dotted lines before knowing the same thoroughly.
Press Cell. Western Sumi Hoho.
Settlement of case as per Naga customary law- Nagaland Post
Know all men by these presents that we, six prisoners accused of murdering late Khoney Chang namely (1) Mengusielie Rulho, son of Thinnuochulie Rulhou (2) Mhasivilie Rulho son of Zalhuovi Rulho (3) Uokuohelie Mere son of Those Mere (4) Kiyasetuo Kenguruse son of Pfungulie (5) Vingutuo Rutsa son of Zei-o Rutsa (6) Ruuvinuo Rulho daughter of Mengusielie Rulho, all perma-nent residents of Nerhema village, district - Kohima, Nagaland, hereby and here-under are held and firmly bind ourselves jointly and severally unto Mr. & Mrs Ngaku Chang, parents of late Khoney Chang, residing at Yangpi village, district Tuensang, Nagaland, the Eastern Naga-land Peoples Organisation (ENPO) represented by Tongthan Khiamniungan and the Angami Public Organisation (APO) represented by the President Mhiesizokho Zinyu, as hereunder stated.
SEALED with our respective seals this 10th Day of May 2008 at Kohima.
WHEREAS the parents of six accused has approached the ENPO office by vide letter dated 17.3.08 along with endorsement letter dated 20.4.08 from the APO, Chairman, Nerhema village council and President NAPO with a request to settle the pending Criminal case GR/No 171/06 KMA(s) PS Case No 0039/06 US 447,365,302 IPC before ADC(J) Kohima, as per the Naga customary usages. The ENPO after examining the letters along with the deceased parents has resolved to consider the same and hence under the initiative of ENPO and APO on 10th May, 2008 a conciliation programme was held under the chairmanship of the President ENPUK at DUDA Guest House, Kohima in presences of the chairman village councils Nerhema and Yangpi. The parents of six accused on behalf of their children has sincerely tend-ered apologies and seeked forgiveness in the name of God before the parents of the deceased, the representatives of the ENPO and the APO Office bearers and further submited unintentionally they had done unthinkable crime and prayed for forgiveness for their children's misdeed.
Conciliation prog-ramme concluded herein as under:
1. That the above mentioned six accused declared and admitted that late Khoney Chang son of Ngaku who was working as peon in the Office of the Chief Engineer, PHED, Kohima was murdered by the accused on 15.6.06.
2. That in consideration of the prayer and apologies tendered by the accused and their parents, as a true Christian, the parents of the deceased thereby forgave all the six accused for their misdeed/crime done against their son late Khoney Chang. The relatives of late Khoney Chang shall not take revenge in whatsoever manner in the near future.
3. That we the six accused hereby undertake that if any untoward incident happen to the family of the deceased or any member of the ENPO in connection with the same in future the six accused will be held responsible for the same.
4. That we the Presidents of ENPO and APO on behalf of our respective office declare that the said conciliation programme was initiated by us to solve the matter amicably as per the Naga customary practices and usages on the request made by the accused and their parents. We further declare that if any of the accused intentionally or unintentionally commit any untoward act in future in violation of this bond, the same shall be dealt accordingly by the two apex organization herein above mentioned.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have set and subscribed their res-pective hands and seals on the day, month and year first above mentioned.
Signed, sealed and delivered in the presence of the herein mention witnesses:
WITNESSES: David T. Sangtam, president, ENPUK, K Neingunyü Sekhose, president NAPO, C. Lemba, chairman Yanpi V/C, Zakieneisa Kiewhuo, Chair-man, Nerhema V/C.
Name of the accused: Rüüvinuo, Mengusielie, Mhasivilie, Rukuohelie, Vingutuo, Kiyasetuo.
Parents of the deceased: Ngaku Chang.
Mhiesizokho Zinyü, president, APO, Tongthan Khiamniungan, president (Acting), ENPO.
People’s response Editorial Nagaland Post
Since 2003 public of Nagaland seem to say 'enough is enough' against activities of various armed factions which have caused loss of innocent civilian lives and destruction to homes through clashes that have taken place within civilian populated areas. It had happened in Phek, Zunheboto, Mokokchung, Tuensang, Kiphire, Mon and now Dimapur; where public have come out openly against violence and exchange of fire inside villages and colonies. Ironically, these incidents are taking place after cease fire agreements were signed in 1997 and 2001 with armed factions. Most unfortunately, despite appeals after appeals to all armed factions to desist from violence so as to pave way for peaceful and non-violent means of resolving differences; no one appears inclined to listen or perhaps unable to do what is right. The response of the public in more than 80% of the state's eleven districts is a clear message, that the public in Nagaland will no longer remain silent spectators to wanton acts of destruction and mindless violence by armed cadres. The continuing clashes pose serious threat to the life and property of the people. The state administration and police have been limited to fire fighting exercises. Perhaps cease fire ground rules have either not been clearly spelt out or there exists some grey, areas with regard to which agency is supposed to be responsible for enforcing the agreements. Whether it is a case of misunderstanding of the rules or lack of will to act, the problem faced by the people calls for a multi pronged strategy. The public have responded in a way which only they can; considering the fact that they have no other option but act, even to the extent of physically chasing away armed factions from their villages, at great risk to their lives. NGOs that have taken up the issue of conflict resolution should put in greater efforts to make warring factions see reason instead of perpetrating fear and hatred. The Church, being the most visible on account of its reach and influence, should work consistently towards reform within so as to bring about reformation in the society outside. Factionalism is the consequence of differences that have arisen due to certain acts of policies at some levels. Every strata of Naga society cannot ignore their respective roles to help bring about unity of purpose in building bridges of understanding through a free and frank dialogue. This will pave the way towards creating awareness for rights of every individual on freedom of choice and speech. It is unfortunate that public in the districts as mentioned, have had to fend for themselves. It is hoped that such incidents do not become a feature lest society is confronted by a mobocracy syndrome.
Netherlands to promote NE puppetry By Kabita Duarah Assam Tribune
GUWAHATI, May 12 – The Netherlands Government has come forward to promote the power of puppetry so that the artistes of the North East including Assam get a chance to showcase their culture, stories and struggles to the outside world. In what could be a major boost to the tradition of puppetry, one of the oldest art forms in Assam, the project undertaken by Theatre Embassy, Holland in collaboration with Kalakshetra Manipur and Bandungduppa group, Goalpara and funded by The Netherlands Government would not only provide space to the local artistes, but will also put the North East in a more positive and authentic way before the world community.

The project whose proposed duration is one year from April 2008 till April 2009, and would be a platform for hidden stories of the North East India will emphasise the importance of cultural heritage and identity in the region.

Coordinator of the project Mrinaljyoti Goswami informed that the local artistes, actors and musicians of different tribes will get exposure through workshops and coaching sessions during the project to increase their skills.

“The artistes will get education in puppetry and visual theatre. The young artistes of the region will get the chance to explore the qualities of visual theatre in their local environment or tribe and will work on reviving the authentic cultural materials and art like music, theatre, rituals and art,” said Goswami.

Significantly, the project will give special attention to the female theatre-makers so that they work with women groups to increase the space for women to express themselves.

The results of the workshop and research will be presented in a theatre-performance and a book will be published in India and in The Netherlands.

It may be mentioned here that the Theatre Embassy will be working for the first time in the North Eastern States of India. The Theatre Embassy, keen to develop the art of puppetry, will encourage the artistes of North East India to explore / create new forms to express the art and stories from their own indigenous culture.

“The art and culture of the North East will be better known in the rest of India and in The Netherlands through the project. There will be more understanding and exchange between different cultural groups in North East India once the project is complete,” said Goswami. In The Netherlands, the book that will come out after the project is over will inform and educate the Dutch audience and readers about the actual situation and emotions of North East India.


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